Beside one of the largest second-home developments in Spain, Calahonda Beach in Mijas offers something many better-known beaches can’t: a generally quiet atmosphere out of season and easy parking all year round. Fifteen hundred metres of fine sand for anyone looking for the antidote to the crowded beaches of the western coast.
Getting there
By car: free parking within the development beside the promenade. Very easy to park at any time of year, which makes it a practical option compared with busier beaches. By bus: the M-111 Fuengirola–Marbella route stops at Calahonda, hourly.
Facilities
- ✓ Lifeguard
- ✓ Beach bar
- ✓ Showers and toilets
- ✓ Free parking
A development that is its own world
Calahonda is a development of more than 12,000 properties with supermarkets, pharmacies, international schools and its own golf course. It runs as a completely self-contained community and attracts thousands of European second-home owners. Out of season the beach is all but private to residents. In summer the owners return and a steady, contained buzz comes back with them.
What to do nearby
La Cala de Mijas, with more facilities and village atmosphere, is 10 minutes away. Marbella town is 20 minutes along the A-7. Calahonda Golf Club is on the doorstep for anyone who plays.
Places to stay nearby
Thousands of apartments and villas to rent within the Calahonda development itself, many with a private or shared pool. There’s a very large short-let offering in this area.
Frequently asked questions
- Does it get very crowded in summer?
- Not especially. The development is large but the beach rarely reaches the crowding levels of Fuengirola or Torremolinos.
- Is there free parking?
- Yes, within the development. Easy all year round.
- Are the facilities complete?
- Beach bar and lifeguard in high season. The development has its own supermarkets and shops.
The verdict
Calahonda is for people who want a beach without the crowds. Easy parking, low density and a development with every service for a comfortable stay. Ideal for families after some quiet.
